Ashiatsu barefoot massage, unlike most other barefoot methods, is performed on the western-friendly massage table instead of a floor mat. The massage table set up allows clients to put their face down comfortably in a face rest (not off to the side). Since ashiatsu is performed on the table, overhead bars are needed for balance.

What Is Ashiatsu?

When broken down, the word “ashi” means foot and “atsu” means pressure. However, ashiatsu practitioners may also utilize their knees, elbows, palms, and fingers (“shiatsu” translates to “finger pressure” (“shi” meaning finger). Ashiatsu includes a combination of Swedish, myofascial, and compression massage strokes. It includes long gliding strokes associated with Western or Swedish massage and aspects of the ancient Eastern techniques and philosophies of Shiatsu and Ayurveda. Thai Massage techniques, stretches, and compressions may also be used. It has a long and fascinating history but a relatively new and growing following here in the United States. It may also be referred to as barefoot massage, or gravity assisted massage. Ashiatsu barefoot massage is a modern take on an ancient practice.

Ashiatsu barefoot massage, unlike most other barefoot methods, is performed on the western-friendly massage table instead of a floor mat. The massage table set up allows clients to put their face down comfortably in a face rest (not off to the side). Since ashiatsu is performed on the table, overhead bars are needed for balance.

Leveraging the techniques of Myofascial Release and Stretching, our technicians address the pressure on nerves, muscles, blood vessels, joints and organs that occurs when fascia, the tough connective tissue that spreads throughout your body, is restricted. Combined with stretching and lengthening, BodyWork helps improve range of motion, avoid injury, slow joint degeneration and decrease stiffness. It’s a vital part of an athlete’s way of life.

30 minutes $55 60 minutes $80 90 minutes $115

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Welcome to LifeSpa. Located inside Life Time Fitness, LifeSpa understands how the body works and provides care that keeps you healthy. Our services were created with the well-being of the active, athletic human body in mind.Our products are curated with care. We are here to help you be healthy, strong and beautiful.

Non-members are welcome, too. We are delighted to provide you with use of the club on the day of your appointment, and two complimentary hours in our Child Center.

She’s a very cool lady.

Something so poignant occurred—she thanked me. This light filled 93-year-old, beautiful, intelligent, sharp, woman, thanked me (three times) for being patient with her while she got into her poses and we made art together.

Where do I have to be? What do I have to do? Who am I not to be patient?

Master Tao Porchon Lynch, a 93-year-old yoga master, ballroom dancer, oenophile (lover of wine) and former actress and model will be inducted into the Guinness Book of World Records for being the oldest living yoga teacher—this Sunday, May 13, Mother’s Day. Inspiration beyond comprehension.

93 years young

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Patience—the gift that gives so much back.

“And still, after all this time, the Sun has never said to the Earth,‘You owe me.’Look what happens with love like that.It lights up the sky.”

~ Hafiz

About Me

Hello. My name is Julie Skovran. I have been a Certified Massage Therapist since 2007, specializing in Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage, Thai Bodywork, and Connective Tissue Bodywork.
I am a seasoned Yoga Instructor, with 9 years experience.
With my yoga teaching experience and 8 years of massage, I have learned so much about the human experience and how we move our bodies.
To schedule a bodywork session, please call me at 612.839.2328.